Two Lions Rampant Combatant Supporting a Crescent

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Surnames Associated with this Crest:

• Salisbury

Crest Symbolism:

This striking crest depicts two lions rampant combatant, meaning they are rearing up on their hind legs and facing one another, a posture symbolizing fierce courage, strength, and readiness for battle. The lions are blazoned as Argent (silver), traditionally representing peace and sincerity. They are both ducally crowned in Or (gold), signifying dignity, generosity, and elevation of mind. Together, their forepaws support a crescent, also in gold. In heraldry, the crescent is often associated with the second son, but also symbolizes hope and "glory that has not yet reached its peak." The combination of these elements suggests a lineage characterized by noble bravery, high standing, and hopeful ambition.

(Plate 3, Crest 8 Fairbairn, J. (1905). Fairbairn’s book of crests of the families of Great Britain and Ireland)